KKFX San Luis Obispo, Santa Maria, Santa Barbara - News-Crusin' Into Santa Maria
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5/22/09
SANTA MARIA - Hundreds of classic cars roll into Santa Maria for the second year in a row to cruise the central coast.
The three day car show brings thousands of people to the city, along with some classic American made vehicles.
Engines roar, the hoods are popped and the streets of Santa Maria are filled, as the 28th annual West Coast Kustoms Crusin' Nationals rolls into Santa Maria.
For 26 years the flashy white walls and chrome engines donned the streets of Paso Robles.
But last year the event moved to Santa Maria bringing thousands of car enthusiasts with it.
Putting a shine on the local economy
Santa Maria Mayor Larry Lavagnino says, "It's a big boost to the economy of Santa Maria. All you have to do is take a look. All the motel rooms are taken and the restaurants will be packed tonight."
This year organizers expect around 30 thousand people to descend on Santa Maria, all revved up for Memorial Day weekend.
As people from around the world head to the All America city the hospitality industry is ready to be the pit stop.
Hotels across Santa Maria are sold out.
